Justin Hill, wanted for online threats has been CAPTURED!

UPDATE: FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – On September 13, 2024, the Flagstaff Police Department received reports concerning electronic communications that were posted on various school, government, and business Yelp review platforms. The content of these posts reference threats associated with mass shooting incidents, prompting immediate concern from those who contacted law enforcement.Flagstaff Police positively identified the individual as Justin Wayne Hill, a 36-year-old resident of Ash Fork.

On Sunday, September 15, 2024, at approximately 11:50 MST, Justin Wayne Hill was apprehended in Bozeman, Montana, in connection with outstanding criminal charges outlined in an arrest warrant. This arrest was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the Flagstaff Police Department, the Coconino County Attorney’s Office, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the U.S. Marshals Service, and the Bozeman Police Department.

The non-stop work hours and asset resources made available by all agencies involved to quickly apprehend Mr. Hill underscores our dedication to protecting our communities from threats of violence and ensuring public safety.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

 

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – On September 13, 2024, the Flagstaff Police Department received reports concerning electronic communications that were posted on various school, government, and business Yelp review platforms. The content of these posts references threats associated with mass shooting incidents, prompting immediate concern from those who contacted law enforcement. Flagstaff Police have positively identified the individual as Justin Wayne Hill, a 36-year-old resident of Ash Fork. Following a thorough investigation, an arrest warrant for  Mr. Hill has been issued, and law enforcement is actively working to locate him. Mr. Hill is believed to be driving a blue 2009 Subaru  Impreza with Arizona license plate CKA72E. He is described as approximately six feet tall, with a medium build, brown hair, and blue eyes. We urge the public to remain vigilant. Our ongoing investigation aims to ensure the safety of our community. If you see Mr. Hill or the vehicle described, please contact the Flagstaff Police Department immediately. The Flagstaff Police Department has been working in close collaboration with the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and Coconino County Attorney’s Office on this case.
**Photographs of Mr. Hill and the vehicle are attached for your reference.**
For any additional information related to this investigation, please contact the Flagstaff Police Department at 928-774-1414 or Silent Witness at 928-774-6111. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Your cooperation is crucial in helping us ensure the safety of our community.